Workers’ Comp: Resilience in Responding to the Pandemic
Bill Donnell, President and CEO, National Council on Compensation Insurance By: The Industry Education Council*
One year ago, the workers compensation system faced uncertainty, doubt, and widespread fear about the unknown consequences of the rapidly spreading COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic is not over nor do we have all the answers yet. However, the workers compensation system demonstrated resilience and agility in response to this challenge.
For example, more than 20 states considered legislation to establish workers compensation presumptions for employees impacted by COVID-19. Nine states enacted COVID-19 presumption legislation in 2020, and several states issued executive orders, directives, and adopted emergency rules on COVID-19 presumptions and compensability. Most of these actions applied to first responders, health care providers, and other essential workers.
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